Description

Lime Balm

Lime Balm has bright green leaves, a strong lime scent and flavor. A different strain than Lemon Balm with a distinct Lime flavor. Sweet fragrance is irresistible to children, gardeners and bees. Easy to grow and drought tolerant, this mint relative is best grown in containers if spreading is not wanted. Commonly grown herbal household remedy with a long tradition as a tonic that raises the spirits and lifts the heart.

History

The Greeks listed it in their Materia Medica as a healing agent against scorpion stings, insect and dog bites. The Greeks used an infusion of Lemon Balm and wine on insect bites or to cuts or scrapes to speed healing and treat and prevent infection. Pliny and several other ancient physicians believed strongly in its healing powers for wounds and inflammation prevention. Shakespeare mentioned it in The Merry Wives of Windsor as beneficial in making the house smell more festive and inviting to one’s guests. In the Middle Ages it was used to reduce stress and anxiety, promote sleep, improve appetite, and ease pain and discomfort associated with digestion. It is often combined with other calming, soothing herbs, such as Valerian, chamomile, and hops, to enhance the overall relaxing effect.

Uses

Harvesting of leaves should be done before flowering for optimum fragrance, though any drying will significantly reduce the odor. The leaves are best used fresh if at all possible, and adding a couple of fresh leaves to a pot of tea will improve the taste. If drying, do so very soon after harvesting at 90° to 110°F and if using for teas, dry the stems as well.

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4 Reviews

5

Lime Balm

Posted by Mike D on Jun 11th 2019

This was the first time I have ever purchased seeds from an online business. Needless to say I could not be happier with this company! Very easy to communicate with, quick shipping with excellent packaging, and easy to read directions on how to be successful with these seeds. Upon following directions and placing seeds in 30 pucks for germination and growth I was delighted to see after only four days EVERY Single one not only germinated but also started a nice new plant as well. I have this lime balm started on both sides of my lemon balm plants that have been amazing growers for the last 5 years. Thank you again for great seeds and more importantly giving my family and I a safe, secure , amazing experience with your company. We were hesitant at first to order seeds online after hearing horror stories about all these OTHER companies , so we are extremely grateful that we found your site !

5

Lime Balm a hit at farmers market

Posted by Karen, NY on Jul 1st 2017

For the past 2 seasons, I have sold lime balm at farmers markets. The first year customers prefered this new flavor to the traditional lemon balm; last year, I had customers inquiring in April when I would have it for sale!

5

Exceptionally lime-y and delicious

Posted by Marianne, IA on Jul 1st 2017

I ordered from your company for the first time last year and was very pleased with everything, especially the lime balm, which I was doubtful about, as different strains of Melissa rarely come true from seed in my limited experience. It was exceptionally lime-y and delicious : I look forward to trying more of your seeds!

5

Lime Balm is the best!

Posted by Chris, TX on Jul 1st 2017

I&#039;ve always grown lemon balm before and was intrigued by the idea of lime balm. It not only looks better, with deep green leaves, but to me the fragrance is more mellow and completely lemony! It also holds up well in our Texas heat. I will definitely grow it again.